US 53 over Cloquet River

Fair Condition60 years old5,150 vehicles/day

Location

StateMinnesota
CountySt. Louis
Location0.2 Mi N Of Jct TH 33
CarriesUS 53
CrossesCloquet River
Coordinates46.95947, -92.45937

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure7 (Good)
Channel/Waterway8 (Very Good)
Scour Critical4 — Foundations need monitoring

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel Continuous
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length294.9 ft (89.9 m)
Max Span115.2 ft (35.1 m)
Deck Width42.3 ft (12.9 m)
Deck Area1159.7 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1966

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic5,150 (2019)
Truck Traffic13%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection623
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number69030

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